SAFETY DATA SHEETS
According to the UN GHS revision 10
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1 GHS Product identifier
Product name |
Bis(2-methoxyethyl) ether |
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1.2 Other means of identification
Product number |
- |
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Other names |
diethyleneglycol dimethylether; Bis(2-methoxyethyl) Ether; 1-methoxyethoxy-2-methoxyethoxyethane |
1.3 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Identified uses |
Industrial and scientific research use. |
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Uses advised against |
no data available |
1.4 Supplier's details
Company |
chemicalbook |
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Address |
507, building 1, Huihuang international, Shangdi 10th Street, Haidian District, Beijing |
Telephone |
+86-10-69703845 |
1.5 Emergency phone number
Emergency phone number |
+86-13121892008 |
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Service hours |
Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +8 hours). |
SECTION 2: Hazard identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids, Category 3
Reproductive toxicity, Category 1B
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram(s) |
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Signal word |
Danger |
Hazard statement(s) |
H226 Flammable liquid and vapour |
Precautionary statement(s) | |
Prevention |
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/...] equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
Response |
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse affected areas with water [or shower]. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. P318 IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
Storage |
P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up. |
Disposal |
P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. |
2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification
no data available
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number | Concentration |
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Bis(2-methoxyethyl) ether | Bis(2-methoxyethyl) ether | 111-96-6 | 203-924-4 | 100% |
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures
If inhaled
Fresh air, rest.
Following skin contact
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Following eye contact
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Following ingestion
Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink.
4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
INGESTION (severe cases): nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, weakness progressing to coma. (USCG, 1999)
4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
Absorption, Distribution and Excretion
The major route of elimination is through the urine. Ninety-six hours after oral application of 6.84 mg diglyme/kg body weight to male Sprague-Dawley rats, 90% of the dose was excreted via urine, 3.6% as carbon dioxide, and 2.9% in the feces. Only 1.7% of the dose remained in the carcass.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
Fire Extinguishing Agents: Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide (USCG, 1999)
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical
This chemical is combustible. (NTP, 1992)
5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Remove all ignition sources. Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Remove all ignition sources. Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Collect and arrange disposal. Keep the chemical in suitable and closed containers for disposal. Remove all sources of ignition. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Adhered or collected material should be promptly disposed of, in accordance with appropriate laws and regulations.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 51°C use a closed system and ventilation. Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
Occupational Exposure limit values
MAK: 28 mg/m3, 5 ppm; peak limitation category: II(8); skin absorption (H); pregnancy risk group: B
Biological limit values
no data available
8.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Ensure adequate ventilation. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Set up emergency exits and the risk-elimination area.
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Eye/face protection
Wear safety spectacles.
Skin protection
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Respiratory protection
Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.
Thermal hazards
no data available
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties and safety characteristics
Physical state |
Diethylene glycol dimethyl ether is a colorless watery liquid with a pleasant odor. Floats and mixes with water. (USCG, 1999) |
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Colour |
Colorless liquid |
Odour |
Mild odor |
Melting point/freezing point |
-68°C(lit.) |
Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range |
162°C(lit.) |
Flammability |
Flammable. |
Lower and upper explosion limit/flammability limit |
no data available |
Flash point |
57°C |
Auto-ignition temperature |
370°F |
Decomposition temperature |
no data available |
pH |
no data available |
Kinematic viscosity |
1.089 cP at 20 deg C |
Solubility |
Miscible (NTP, 1992) |
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water |
log Kow = -0.36 |
Vapour pressure |
3 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
Density and/or relative density |
0.944g/mLat 20°C(lit.) |
Relative vapour density |
4.6 (vs air) |
Particle characteristics |
no data available |
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
The substance can presumably form explosive peroxides. Reacts violently with strong oxidants.
10.2 Chemical stability
no data available
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
CombustibleA violent explosion occurred when lithium aluminum hydride was being used to dry diethylene glycol dimethyl ether. The ignition may have occurred due to the presence of large amounts of water or perhaps peroxide formed in the ether. About 75% of the ether had been removed when the explosion occurred, [MCA Case History 1494 (1968)].
10.4 Conditions to avoid
no data available
10.5 Incompatible materials
Glycol ethers, glycols, ketones, and alcohols undergo violent decomposition in contact with 68-72% perchloric acid
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of /nitrogen oxides/.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
- Oral: LD50 Mouse oral 2978 mg/kg bw
- Inhalation: LC50 Rat inhalation >11 mg/L/7 hr
- Dermal: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
no data available
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
STOT-single exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.
STOT-repeated exposure
Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxicity to human reproduction or development.
Aspiration hazard
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
- Toxicity to fish: no data available
- Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: no data available
- Toxicity to algae: no data available
- Toxicity to microorganisms: no data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability
AEROBIC: Diethylene glycol dimethyl ether had a 37.0% COD removal at 30 deg C from a starting concentration of 600 mg COD/L (time period not given) indicating little degradation compared to 95% degradation of ethylene glycol monophenyl ether(1). Diethylene glycol dimethyl ether was degraded 33% after 25 days and a 7 day lag period using an activated sludge from an industry producing the chemical(2). 40% was removed in a 1% salt solution after 25 days with a 20 day lag period, higher salt concentrations inhibited the degradation of diethylene glycol dimethyl ether(2).
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
An estimated BCF of 3 was calculated in fish for diethylene glycol dimethyl ether(SRC), using a log Kow of -0.36(1) and a regression-derived equation(2). According to a classification scheme(3), this BCF suggests the potential for bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is low(SRC).
12.4 Mobility in soil
The Koc of diethylene glycol dimethyl ether is estimated as 15(SRC), using a log Kow of -0.36(1) and a regression-derived equation(2). According to a classification scheme(3), this estimated Koc value suggests that diethylene glycol dimethyl ether is expected to have very high mobility in soil.
12.5 Other adverse effects
no data available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Disposal methods
Product
The material can be disposed of by removal to a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs, feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.
Contaminated packaging
Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and offered for recycling or reconditioning. Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN Number
ADR/RID: UN3271 (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: UN3271 (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: UN3271 (For reference only, please check.) |
14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name
ADR/RID: ETHERS, N.O.S. (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: ETHERS, N.O.S. (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: ETHERS, N.O.S. (For reference only, please check.) |
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: 3 (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: 3 (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: 3 (For reference only, please check.) |
14.4 Packing group, if applicable
ADR/RID: II (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: II (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: II (For reference only, please check.) |
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: No | IMDG: No | IATA: No |
14.6 Special precautions for user
no data available
14.7 Transport in bulk according to IMO instruments
no data available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number |
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Bis(2-methoxyethyl) ether | Bis(2-methoxyethyl) ether | 111-96-6 | 203-924-4 |
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) | Listed. | ||
EC Inventory | Listed. | ||
United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory | Listed. | ||
China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015 | Not Listed. | ||
New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) | Listed. | ||
Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) | Listed. | ||
Vietnam National Chemical Inventory | Listed. | ||
Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC) | Listed. | ||
Korea Existing Chemicals List (KECL) | Listed. |
SECTION 16: Other information
Information on revision
Creation Date | July 15, 2019 |
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Revision Date | July 15, 2019 |
Abbreviations and acronyms
- CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
- ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
- RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
- IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
- IATA: International Air Transportation Association
- TWA: Time Weighted Average
- STEL: Short term exposure limit
- LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
- LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
- EC50: Effective Concentration 50%
References
- IPCS - The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website: http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home
- HSDB - Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website: https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
- IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
- eChemPortal - The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD, website: http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pageID=0&request_locale=en
- CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
- ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
- ERG - Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation, website: http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/library/erg
- Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website: http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp
- ECHA - European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/
Other Information
Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found.
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